Trump administration places Christopher Columbus statue near White House

The Trump administration has placed a statue of Christopher Columbus on the White House grounds on Sunday as part of the President's efforts to change perceptions of controversial leaders in history. 

New Virginia law targets underage vaping
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Virginia lawmakers have passed a new bill aimed at cracking down on illegal and unregulated vape sales, requiring stores to be licensed and allowing random compliance checks. 

Concerns grow over 1,500-bed ICE center near Williamsport

Governor Wes Moore and Congresswoman April McClain Delaney met Monday with Washington County community leaders to discuss concerns over the Trump administration’s proposal to build a 1,500‑bed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center near Williamsport.

Woman awarded $19M in Bill Cosby sexual battery lawsuit

A woman who said Bill Cosby sexually abused her more than 50 years ago was awarded $19.25 million Monday by a Santa Monica jury in her lawsuit against the comedian.

Fort Washington Park stays closed as more explosive devices found

Fort Washington Park remained closed Monday as investigators returned to the area where five devices resembling pipe bombs were discovered over the weekend. More explosive devices were found Monday, per officials. 

BWI Airport sees third-highest TSA callout rate

38% of TSA officers at BWI Airport called out on Sunday, the third-highest in the country. 

DC’s cherry blossoms reach Stage 5; peak bloom expected later this week

Washington’s cherry blossoms have reached Stage Five, known as Puffy White, on their path to peak bloom, the National Park Service announced Monday.

ICE agents at Atlanta airport in supporting role

ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.

ICE agents seen at Newark, JFK airports as TSA lines keep growing

Videos have been circulating online showing ICE agents patrolling around JFK Airport and Newark International Airport on Monday morning.

Trump extends deadline for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump extended his deadline for striking Iranian power plants as pressure mounts over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says discussions will continue throughout the week as the war continues.

Trooper hit while setting up work zone on I-270

An impaired driver hit a Maryland State Trooper Sunday night in Montgomery County, police say. 

LaGuardia plane crash: What we know about the victims

Tragedy struck New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night when an Air Canada passenger plane collided with a fire truck, leaving two people dead and dozens more injured.

DC weather: Morning showers, cooler Monday; 50s return Tuesday

A round of morning showers and a steady drop in temperatures will make for a cool, breezy Monday across the Washington, D.C. region.

TSA wait times grow as ICE officers begin assisting at airports

Federal immigration officers are being sent to airports around the country to help ease the strain on Transportation Security Administration workers who have gone unpaid for weeks amid a battle that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Cyclists group protests against removing the 15th Street bike lane; lawsuit delays start

Despite possible rain, D.C.-area cyclists are moving ahead with a planned protest Monday against the federal government’s plan to remove bike lanes around the National Mall.

Newark flights resume after burning smell reported in control tower

A ground stop was briefly in effect Monday morning at Newark Airport after a suspected fire was reported in the control tower.

Park remains closed as investigators search after devices found
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Fort Washington Park remained closed Monday as investigators returned to the area where five devices resembling pipe bombs were discovered over the weekend.